Is it really important to wear walking shoes as opposed to running shoes? Yes, there is a difference and shoes designed specifically for walking can really help. Walking shoes are designed for the ...

Many lifters choose a flat, solid soled shoe like Converse or Vans, while others (like me) opt to lift in just socks. But you may have also seen people working out in specialist weightlifting shoes.

This shoe can handle multiple training demands. We found them extremely stable during our heavy squats, deadlifts and Olympic lifts, thanks to the large hyperlift plate in the heel. This was ...

Now, here’s why you shouldn't use your Hoka running shoes to lift weights, for example. Running shoes are often high-cushioned, and while helpful for reducing joint impact, they keep feet ...

latrobe.edu.au Objective(s) To compare the efficacy of in-shoe heel lifts to calf muscle eccentric exercise in reducing pain and improving function in mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy. Methods This ...

Background Orthotic heel lifts are thought to lower tension in the Achilles tendon, but the evidence supporting this is equivocal. Objective To investigate the effect of a 12 mm in-shoe orthotic heel ...